Job Description
Overview
Indian Maritime University, Kolkata Campus has announced an opening for a Junior Research Fellow position under a sponsored project funded by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways. The selected candidate will contribute to developing an advanced artificial intelligence-based bio-inspired autonomous underwater vehicle system dedicated to eco-friendly hull maintenance and inspection.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute numerical designs and perform advanced ANSYS and CFD simulations for marine applications.
- Develop and integrate artificial intelligence and internet of things modeling systems.
- Manage mechanical design, fabrication, and coordinate necessary equipment procurement.
- Perform comprehensive experimental analysis to validate autonomous vehicle performance.
- Draft research publications for peer-reviewed journals indexed in Scopus and Web of Science.
- Collaborate with the principal investigator and research team to achieve project milestones.
Why Apply
This temporary research assignment offers an excellent platform for engineering postgraduates to engage in cutting-edge maritime technology. Researchers gain valuable exposure to artificial intelligence applications in marine systems and become eligible to register for a doctoral degree under institutional guidelines.
Important Dates
- Advertisement Date: 28 October 2026
- Age Determination Date: 1 October 2026
- Application Deadline: 28 December 2026
Quick Facts
- Organization: Indian Maritime University, Kolkata Campus
- Role: Junior Research Fellow
- Stipend: Rs. 37,000 to Rs. 42,000 plus house rent allowance
- Tenure: Maximum of three years
IMU Kolkata Campus Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 Overview
Vacancy Details
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF): 1 Post
How to Apply
- Review the detailed notification and download the official application form attached at the end of the notice.
- Fill out all personal, educational, and professional details accurately with a recent passport-sized photograph affixed.
- Prepare a comprehensive curriculum vitae or bio-data highlighting relevant academic and technical achievements.
- Compile the filled application form, resume, and scanned copies of all educational certificates into a single consolidated PDF document.
- Submit the application file through electronic mail to the designated institutional address and complete the required Google form submission.
- Ensure the application reaches the authorities on or before 28 December 2026 and retain a printed copy for future records.
Application Fee
The official notification does not specify any application fee requirement, making the submission free of cost for all categories.
Age Limit
Selection Process
Shortlisting of applications is conducted by a dedicated committee based on academic credentials and experience. Shortlisted candidates are invited for an interview, which may be conducted online or offline, and will receive notifications via electronic mail. The final selection depends entirely on the performance during the interview process.
Exam Pattern
There is no written examination specified for this research fellowship position. Selection relies strictly on application screening followed by a personal interaction interview session.
